Sebastian Coates has revealed that Liverpool's Uruguayan striker Luis Suárez played a pivotal role in convincing him to move to Anfield.

The 20-year-old Uruguay defender, who completed his transfer from Montevideo club Nacional on Tuesday, said the input from Suárez made him sure that the move was the best option for his career.

Coates told Liverpool's website: "Luis told me a lot about Liverpool – but about the fans more than anything else. I saw that myself on Saturday when the fans really got behind their side against Bolton and that was great to see.

"Luis also told me about the history and the tradition of the club and now I feel very happy and excited to be here because I have left one great club in Nacional and signed for another great club with a fantastic history.

"To come to such a big club alongside a fellow countryman is very important for me. I know Luis will help me settle in, we have the same cultures and customs so having him around will help me a lot."

The deal for Coates was the main headline on another busy day for Liverpool, with more activity looking likely before the summer transfer window closes.

The Denmark midfielder Christian Poulsen, signed by Roy Hodgson, looks set to join French club Evian after the clubs agreed a fee. Raul Meireles has been linked with a move to Chelsea, while Joe Cole is understood to be a target for Aston Villa and French champions Lille.